2017 Buick Encore Sport Touring Design, Price

The Buick Encore is the smallest crossover from Buick and the
auto manufacturing company has decided to give this model a
mid-cycle refresh just 4 years after it debuted initially.
Also, all trim levels, including 2017 Buick Encore Sport
Touring, receive a new appearance, interior updates and some
new technology. While these changes might not be that drastic,
it should still help the crossover stay in the spotlight.

Other Trim Levels

First of all, the exterior changes included with this
model are found in the front fascia. There is a new grille with
the winged design from Buick and a new tri-color emblem of
Buick. So, with restyled fog lights and new LED headlights,
this crossover gets a more upscale appearance.

Usage of LED technology doesn’t stop in the front; it continues
out back as well. Not only Sport Touring, every trim gets full
LED taillights. Other exterior additions include new wheels of
18 inches, new exhaust tip and body colour mirrors with heated
glass. Also, three new exterior colour options are on offer as
well, including White Frost, Ebony Twilight Metallic and Black
Cherry Metallic.

Interior:

In addition, the interior of new Encore model is also refreshed
with the usage of more premium quality material and a new
dashboard design. As far as features are concerned, the 2017
Buick Encore Sport Touring gets all the features offered by the
base model with some additional features as well.

Coming to audio and connectivity, Bluetooth audio and phone
connectivity is on offer along with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot,
satellite radio, USB ports, 6-speaker stereo system with CD
player, auxiliary audio jack and media player interface. The
IntelliLink electronic interface of Buick is also included with
8-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration.

2017 Buick Encore Sport Touring – Modifications
in the Engine

In addition, the 1.4-litre turbocharged 4 cylinder engine is
the only engine option with this model. On lower trims, this
engine generates 138 hp and 148 lb-ft of torque. On the other
hand, Sport Touring Edition and other higher trims have boosted
output to 153 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque.

The engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission
unit. Also, the 2017 Sport Touring edition delivers a mileage
of 28/34 mpg on city/highway with FWD and 26/32 mpg on
city/highway with AWD.

2017 Buick Encore Sport Touring – Pricing and
Competition

In conclusion, the 2017 Buick Encore Sport Touring should be
available in 2018 with a price tag around $25,000. Finally, the
Mini Countryman and Volkswagen Tiguan are among its main competitors.